Phosphoric Acid 85% Food Grade from Japan
Food-grade phosphoric acid (85%) of US manufacture, shipped for beverage industry testing abroad, returned unchanged. Chapter 28 (2809.20) product qualifying for 9801.00.10.27 duty-free entry.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include FDA registration for food contact substance verification
• Laboratory assays must confirm unchanged purity levels
• Use original export containers to avoid repackaging issues